“A new outfit covers all damaged parts, but unpeeling of facea reveal pain. Anyway, eyes stop at curvatures in the body – who looks at faces these days?” “I’m swathed in bandages. Someone once planned to bring me back to life, but the scene around is not encouraging. I don’t want to return….” “Do you … Continue reading Incarcerated souls
There were memories of good times spent together in that collection of old records, and our dear old friend Laxminarayan refused to part with the treasure trove. A visit to his place was incomplete without listening to a few of his favorite ghazals. He sounded low on the phone today, and we knew it silently, … Continue reading Digital gift
“Can we meet every Saturday?” “You never gave any inkling you were so into me.” Her smile was infectious, and eyes mischievous. “I like the way you tackle problems head-on, something like Scarlett in Gone with the Wind… “What is the problem you’d like me to solve?” “It is just a nesting instinct, not a … Continue reading Instincts
A sigh escapes my lips as I glance at the kitchen sink. There is scattered evidence of my wife’s culinary experiments, and past experience is bad. I wonder what awaits me at the table, after a tiring day. “What’ve you been up to today, honey?” “I’m starting a new business.” “Hope it is not related … Continue reading All things culinary
have you ever been there where you wanted to be then hated it? have you ever been caught indulging in a secret rendezvous wanting to be in the spotlight then caught unaware have you ever welcomed help out-of-the-blue with gratitude have you ever felt warmth of light where ignorance dwelt https://katmyrman.com/2019/11/05/twittering-tales-161-5-november-2019/
In a city this size, every year, hundreds of husbands walk away. Kids leave home. Wives escape. People disappear. I wish I could blame the government or natural disasters or climate change. But truth lies elsewhere. What is it that makes relationships so painful? How does hope wither away? Why do they think leaving home … Continue reading Those who left
It took two nights after work, to put together the Halloween costume. Lily liked it, and is off to her round of Tricks or Treats. I lay the table with some special treats, and put my feet up in front of the television set. There is a horror show on, keeping with the weekly theme. … Continue reading Catching up
"I never knew setting up an old age home in India, can be so lucrative. This is the land of joint families, where elders are cared for at home." "Well, there are not many families around - just couples spending their golden years alone." "Cultural changes are sweeping the world," a sigh escaped her lips … Continue reading Homes
"Wow! What a beautiful backdrop!" "It is a labor of love. I can't wait to see you crooning to a full auditorium." Three hours later, the audience was shocked to see the dark shadows traversing the stage. Somehow, it spelt terror. https://only100words.xyz/2019/10/31/three-line-tales-week-196/
“Once upon a time, these containers used to be full of yummy eats…” Aman flashed a sly smile at his wife, as he started narrating a story to the kids. “And then….” “Mom started going to work,” chorused the kids in unison. A stern face emerged at the other end of the table. “Tomorrow onwards, … Continue reading In unison
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